Activity

Basic Balance Drills

Class: Class 1
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Inline Skating
Technique: Control and Balance

Class: Class 2
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Inline Skating
Technique: Control and Balance

Class: Class 3
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Inline Skating
Technique: Control and Balance

Class: Class 4
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Inline Skating
Technique: Control and Balance

Class: Class 6
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Inline Skating
Technique: Control and Balance

Class: Class 7
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Inline Skating
Technique: Control and Balance

Class: Class 8
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Inline Skating
Technique: Control and Balance

Class: Class 9
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Inline Skating
Technique: Control and Balance

Basic Balance Drills

Learning Outcomes

Develop a strong sense of balance.
Improve core strength and stability.
Practice weight distribution and coordination.

Description Of Activity

Static Balance: Have students stand on one foot for increasing durations, focusing on maintaining balance.
Dynamic Balance: Have students walk a balance beam or a straight line, focusing on maintaining balance while moving.
Knee Bend Balance: Have students practice bending their knees while maintaining balance, simulating the skating stance.

Variations

Close eyes while balancing.
Balance while reaching for objects.
Balance while turning the head.

Coaching Tips

Encourage students to keep their back straight and their core engaged.
Remind students to keep their eyes focused on a fixed point.
Provide positive reinforcement and constructive criticism.

Equipment/Material Required

Balance beam or a straight line marked on the floor